1988 Austin Maestro vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1988 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1988 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Austin Maestro | 2008 BMW 330 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Maestro | 330 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 89.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 63 L |